Theme 4: Usability and Accessibility

Build in usability and accessibility during the design phase prior to launch

Other Information:

Many users suggested that accessibility must be built into websites as early as possible. One user suggested mandating 508 and user testing prior to launching the website. All agreed that retrofits for accessibility and usability cost significantly more once the website is launched. Popular ideas within this theme include:

Objective(s):

4.1: Usability and 508 Testing

4.2: RFPs

4.3: Visual Design

4.4: Failure

4.5: Accessibility Integration

4.6: Retrofitting

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